Kenya: Govt Vows Closure of Liquor Stores Within Protected School Zones

Government Spokesperson Isaac Mwaura has announced a campaign to shut down liquor stores operating within 300 meters of learning institutions for violating the Alcoholic Drinks Control Act.

Speaking during a press briefing at the Kenyatta International Conference Center (KICC), Mwaura stated that the government has taken steps to address the proliferation of alcohol outlets near basic educational institutions.

He emphasized that the presence of liquor stores near schools poses a significant threat…